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SUMMARY:She Still Loves You Nonetheless | By Cloudy Rosas | 4th Floor Mini Gallery
DESCRIPTION:When uncomfortable feelings emerge\, Cloudy’s response is to compartmentalize\, to break down old cardboard boxes\, stitch found objects to them\, and assemble them into small buildings. Through this she thinks about loneliness\, depression\, nature\, dreams\, and spirituality. There is healing the deeper we go\, slowly coming back up towards learning to overcome. This exhibit is a collection of vulnerability.  \nThis will be open to the public March 14th – May 9th \nJoin us for a reception on March 20th 12PM – 2PM
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/how-im-feeling-now-by-cloudy-rosas-4th-floor-mini-gallery/
LOCATION:4th Floor Mini Gallery\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Refuge Art School":MAILTO:refugelowell@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:The Space We Make
DESCRIPTION:Lowell’s theme in this year’s Artists Thrive summit is “spatial justice”\, a recognition that space is not neutral\, but shaped by who has access to it\, who is welcomed into it\, and who is able to create within it. This extends past owned space to community space\, space to create\, public spaces\, imagined space\, and internal space. Western Avenue was once industrial space that has been reshaped\, over time and through concerted effort\, into something deeply human. Not just places to live or work\, but claimed\, adapted\, and sustained artist space\, nestled deep in the heart of Lowell. This show is a small introduction to that larger story\, and an invitation for summit attendees to explore the space they are visiting\, the city of Lowell and the community of Western Avenue. Where space is not just something that we occupy but something we actively make together.
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/the-space-we-make/
LOCATION:1st Floor Mini Gallery\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
CATEGORIES:Mini Gallery Show
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SUMMARY:Other Work\, as Assigned | Group Exhibit by WA Staff | 2nd Floor Mini Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Featuring work by Western Avenue Staff.
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/other-work-as-assigned-group-exhibit-by-wa-staff-2nd-floor-mini-gallery/
LOCATION:2nd Floor Mini Gallery\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
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SUMMARY:Place of Serenity | By Western Avenue Loft Artists | Lofts Lobby Gallery
DESCRIPTION:Places of Serenity: quiet\, peaceful\, and undisturbed environments that foster mental calmness and emotional balance\, providing a sanctuary from daily chaos. \nThis show will be open to the public during May & June Open Studios or by appointment by emailing Curator Dina Mordeno at: \ndinamordenostudio@gmail.com \nJoin us for a reception after Open Studios on May 2nd 4PM – 6PM
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/place-of-serenity-by-western-avenue-loft-artists-lofts-lobby-gallery/
LOCATION:Loft Lobby\, 160 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Dina Mordeno":MAILTO:dinamordenostudio@gmail.com
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SUMMARY:May Open Studios
DESCRIPTION:Spring is in full swing at Open Studios on Saturday\, May 2nd at Western Avenue Studios & Lofts. Studios are buzzing with new ideas as artists share recent work\, experiments\, and the momentum that comes with longer days. \nWith 5 floors to explore\, visitors are encouraged to take their time—wander the building\, strike up conversations with artists\, watch creative processes unfold\, and discover handmade work across a wide range of mediums. \nOpen Studios is self-guided\, welcoming\, and full of moments that invite curiosity and connection. \nSaturday\, May 2nd | 12–5 PM \nWestern Avenue Studios & Lofts \n122 & 160 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA \nThis event is free and open to all. Friendly\, leashed pets are welcome.
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/2026may-open-studios/
LOCATION:Western Avenue Studios & Lofts\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
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SUMMARY:The Things We Carry: What's In Your Suitcase? | Group Exhibit | 3rd Floor Mini Gallery
DESCRIPTION:In the new Western Avenue Studios exhibit\, The Things We Carry: What’s in Your Suitcase?\, artists transform miniature wooden suitcases into deeply personal visual stories. Each piece reflects a journey—through life changes\, migration\, disability\, love and loss\, dreams\, resilience\, and the unexpected turns along the way. \nThe exhibit will be on view in the Third Floor Gallery at Western Avenue Studios from May 17th through July 13. With an opening reception on Saturday\, May 16th: 4PM – 6PM. \nThe project invited participation from anyone living\, working\, or studying in Lowell. Artists of all ages and backgrounds responded\, including participants from the Lowell Senior Center\, Butler Middle School\, Refuge Art School\, the Lowell Association for the Blind\, Thrive Communities\, and Western Avenue Studios. \nEach artist began with the same object: a small wooden suitcase. From there\, the results diverged in striking and imaginative ways. Using materials ranging from paint\, paper\, wool\, and clay to metal\, sand\, thread\, plastic figures\, and found objects\, the suitcases evolved into intricate\, expressive works. Some remain intact\, while others have been cut\, drilled\, expanded\, or transformed into larger sculptural environments. \nThe exhibit is curated by Jan Whitted\, a Western Avenue Studios mixed media artist and founder of Creative Adventures. The idea for the project began with a rediscovered collection of 75 miniature suitcases from Artbeat\, her former creativity store and studio in Arlington\, which closed during the COVID-19 pandemic. \n“I knew these little boxes would evoke memories and emotions\,” said Whitted. “I wanted to create a space where people could share their stories—and where others could see reflections of their own experiences.” \nThe Things We Carry invites visitors to slow down\, look closely\, and consider the visible and invisible stories we all bring with us.
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/the-things-we-carry-whats-in-your-suitcase-by-jan-whitted-2nd-floor-mini-gallery/
LOCATION:Third Floor of WA\, 122 Western Ave.\, Lowell\, Massachusetts\, 01851
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ORGANIZER;CN="Jan Whitted":MAILTO:JSWhitted@comcast.net
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SUMMARY:Aquatica Exotica | Group Exhibit | 5th Floor Mini Gallery
DESCRIPTION:What happens when fourteen fish tanks become fourteen windows into an imagined watery world? This immersive three-dimensional installation embraces the boundless diversity of aquatic life. Through realism\, abstraction\, and imaginative interpretation\, WAS artists dive into the complexity\, beauty\, and mystery of our watery realm. \nThis exhibit will be open to the public May 29th – Aug 17th \nJoin us for the reception on June 6th\, 5-7 PM on the 5th Floor Mini Gallery
URL:https://westernavenuestudios.com/event/aquatica-exotica-group-exhibit-5th-floor-mini-gallery/
LOCATION:5th Floor Mini Gallery\, 122 Western Avenue\, Lowell\, MA\, 01851\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Karen Christians":MAILTO:karen@karenchristians.com
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